Lead Water Resources Dam Engineer

2 days ago


Jersey City, New Jersey, United States Schnabel Engineering Full time
About Schnabel Engineering

Schnabel Engineering is a professional consulting firm that specializes in solving complex problems related to the earth and environment through expertise in water, geotechnical, and infrastructure engineering.

With a strong commitment to quality, business ethics, and community involvement, Schnabel Engineering has established itself as a leader in the industry.

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Lead Water Resources Dam Engineer to join our team in the Northeast Region.

As a key member of our team, you will leverage your technical expertise and leadership skills to support and lead a wide range of water resources engineering projects, including dams and reservoirs, flood resiliency, and general water infrastructure projects.

Responsibilities will include project management, client interactions, and supervision and mentorship of junior staff.

We are looking for a motivated candidate with a keen eye for detail, a commitment to ongoing professional growth, and a passion for working in a collaborative and inclusive team environment.

As an employee-owner, you will have a say in the direction of the company and will benefit from our financial success through the allocation of company stock.

Key Responsibilities
  • Provide technical leadership and guidance to expand the water resources engineering practice within Schnabel Engineering's Dams and Levees business line.
  • Serve as a Water Resources Engineering Lead and Project Manager on a variety of projects, including surface water hydrology and hydraulics, dams & levees, flood protection, and resiliency and climate change adaptation.
  • Develop and supervise hydrologic and hydraulic models, climate risk and hazard analyses, and contribute to the planning and design of water resources projects.
  • Prepare and review water resources engineering reports, technical documents, and presentations for various applications, projects, and clients.
  • Conduct inspections of existing hydraulic structures and perform dam safety reviews, ensuring compliance with current industry standards and design criteria.
  • Engage with clients and regulators, set clear project objectives for teams, and efficiently manage resources to ensure timely delivery, within budget, and meeting client performance expectations.
  • Promote the growth and mentorship of our junior water resources engineering team, both within our Jersey City office and across the firm.
  • Collaborate with the 50+ members of Schnabel Engineering's Water Resources Technical Practice, comprised of professionals from multiple offices across the US, to deliver cutting-edge technical solutions to solve our clients' needs.
  • Contribute to fostering a cohesive and positive culture within our Jersey City office and company-wide, aiming to create an environment that empowers our employees to reach their full potential and ensures we maintain a best-in-class workplace.
  • Contribute to maintaining and developing Schnabel Engineering's strong brand and leadership position in the water engineering field through thought leadership embodied in published papers, white papers, collaboration with key partners and universities, and presentations at recognized conferences and workshops.
Requirements
  • Bachelor's Degree (Master's degree preferred) in Civil, Water Resources, and/or Coastal Engineering.
  • 8+ years of direct engineering consulting experience in the water resources and modeling fields with in-depth experience with hydrologic and hydraulic modeling concepts and principles.
  • Experience with modeling tools and design software such as HEC-HMS, HEC-RAS, HEC-MetVue, HEC-DSS, LifeSim, HEC-FIA, DAMRAE, ArcGIS, AutoCAD/Civil 3D.
  • Licensed Professional Engineer or ability to become registered within 6 months.
  • Effective time management through balancing multiple concurrent tasks, responsibilities, and commitments.
  • Analytical skills, interpersonal skills, and the ability to work independently or as part of a team.
  • Organized, self-starter with a strong entrepreneurial spirit.
  • Excellent English technical verbal and written communication skills.
Other Requirements
  • Ability to pass a background check which may include criminal history, motor vehicle record, and credit check.
  • Ability to pass a pre-employment screening.

Schnabel Engineering is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates.



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